Dean Frederick M. Lawrence stars in the Law Revue’s opening number, “Law
School Dean,” which was a parody of a Gilbert and Sullivan musical.

"One of the best
ways to get to know a large number of students
in a deep and sustained way is by interacting
with them in the classroom,”
Dean Frederick M. Lawrence told GW
Law School magazine shortly after his appointment. Presumably,
another good way to connect with students is
to don a pirate hat and belt out show tunes.
Formerly a member of the New York Choral Society,
Lawrence joined the cast of the 27th annual GW
Law Revue in February. This year’s show,
Res Ipsa Ludifacator, “the thing mocks
itself,” included parodies of classic musicals,
boy band tunes, and pop culture.

“Law Revue is an opportunity to express
our creativity while in law school. It also allows
the community as a while to take a humorous look
at the life of a law student,” says 2L
Marissa Shuback, this year’s executive
producer. “It takes a good amount of time
and energy, but it is such a rewarding experience
in the end.”

Lawrence’s participation was a treat for
the Law Revue Executive Board, cast members,
and the student body, Shuback says. “Before
the show began, he gave a heartfelt inspirational
speech to the cast,” Shuback says. “Every
time I have seen him since then, he has been
excited to discuss next year’s show and
ideas for expanding Law Revue.”

Alumni
Reception

Before the show, alumni
gathered with Dean Lawrence,
students, cast members, and
faculty and staff, sharing
Law Revue memories and discussing
this year’s production.
The reception was held in
the Stephen A. and Barbara
Tasher Great Room.

William Driscoll, JD ’56, Nancy Washington, associate
director of alumni relations, and Dean Frederick M. Lawrence
at the alumni reception held in the Stephen A. and Barbara
Tasher Great Room before the performance.